The DPPF announces its 2022 group of grant and mentorship recipients!

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Focused Support for Sports Photographers

The DPPF is the only nonprofit organization dedicated to providing career development opportunities to emerging sports photographers. Founded in 2019 in memory of the late photojournalist Doug Pensinger, the DPPF provides support in the form of grants, mentorships, and opportunities to build community and make connections with other photographers.

Seven photographers chosen to receive $5,000 grants.

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2023 Grant Applications Are Open!

2023 Grant Applications Are Open!

The DPPF plans to award $5,000 grants to seven emerging professional photographers in 2023. Our entry portal is open now through May 1, 2023. Start here! Curious about what we're looking for? Check out the 2022 Grant Winners and click through to their portfolio...

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Congratulations to the 2022 Grant Winners!

Congratulations to the 2022 Grant Winners!

The DPPF is proud to announce its 2022 group of grant and mentorship recipients! These seven emerging professional photographers represent the top 2.5% of entrants from a large field representing 35 countries. They were chosen by a panel of seven judges from the...

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